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Experts and enthusiasts competitively collaborate in the creation of screen-centric "best of" lists. Hosted by draft commissioners Clay Keller and Ryan Marker. "Most impeccable taste in guests." - Entertainment Weekly

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Latest Episodes

It's Part Three of the ROBERT ALTMAN SUPER DRAFT, and Emily St. James (Podcast Like It's, Woodworking) joins Ryan to make picks 21-15 on the list of 35, crossing the threshold into the TOP HALF of the Draft! Back again is guest co-commish Alonso Dura... more

Legends Ryan Marker (The American Cinematheque) and Drea Clark (Maximum Film, Film Independent Spirit Awards, Bentonville Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival) meet at the Draft Table for a competitive / collaborative ranking of the films of award-w... more

Happy Pride! We're kicking off the month with director Angela Robinson (D.E.B.S., Professor Marston & the Wonder Women) author Mark Harris (Mike Nichols: A Life) and entertainment reporter Adam B. Vary ranking the 11 best GAY films released in the 19... more

Rookie Month 2026 comes to a close with The New Flesh co-hosts Brett Arnold (Yahoo Entertainment) and Jesse Hassenger (The A.V. Club) ranking the 7 best franchise PART FOURS ever made!

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Recent Guests

Emily St. James
All-Star guest GM
Screen Drafts
Episode: ROBERT ALTMAN SUPER DRAFT: PART THREE (with Emily St. James & Ryan Marker, and Alonso Duralde)
Joy Novak
Official sponsor representative, Film and Media Archive at WashU
Film and Media Archive at Washington University in St. Louis
Episode: STEVE JAMES (with Drea Clark & Ryan Marker, and Joy Novak)
Angela Robinson
Guest GM and filmmaker
(not explicitly stated)
Episode: GAY '90s mini-MEGA (with Angela Robinson, Mark Harris, & Adam B. Vary)
Brett Arnold
Screen Drafts rookie GM
Screen Drafts
Episode: FOURQUELS (with Brett Arnold & Jesse Hassenger)
Jesse Hassenger
Screen Drafts rookie GM
Screen Drafts
Episode: FOURQUELS (with Brett Arnold & Jesse Hassenger)
Vince Mancini
Guest GM, food writer
Vince Mancini substack / Fat City Fresno (food editor)
Episode: RESTAURANT MOVIES (with Vince Mancini & Matt Lieb)
Matt Lieb
Guest GM, comedian
Pod Yourself a Gun, Fat city / Fresno media
Episode: RESTAURANT MOVIES (with Vince Mancini & Matt Lieb)
Jourdain Searles
Screen Drafts rookie guest GM
Screen Drafts
Episode: WEDDING MOVIES (with Jourdain Searles & Maddie Whittle)
Maddie Whittle
Screen Drafts rookie guest GM
Screen Drafts
Episode: WEDDING MOVIES (with Jourdain Searles & Maddie Whittle)

Hosts

Clay Keller
Host of Screen Drafts; Commissioner. Co-creator and long-running moderator with a focus on canonical film analysis and structured drafting.
Ryan Marker
Co-host/Commissioner; co-creator and main on-air moderator with a penchant for broad cinephile knowledge and engaging banter.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • 5 stars but enough

    Came here cuz I’ve been catching up and … I cannot believe you let Jo Robinson play Hamnet before it had a wide release. Also, someone tell her to stop referring to actors and other industry players by their first name only.

    There was a recent episode where Clay tried to move people along as if he isn’t the reason for the every episode’s bloat.

    Stop giving Adam B Vary 45 uninterrupted minutes to talk about a movie. Enough.

    I love you guys though. Ryan, step it up and get these people in che... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chodelisa Frank
    United States3 months ago
  • great, with one exception

    great show, love the discussions the format inspires. sorry to say it but drea is an overbearing presence on every episode in which she appears—can’t believe yall made daniel waters listen to her go on and on. anyway, great show generally!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    possumpendulum
    United States3 months ago
  • Outrageous

    -ly bad

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    My Dooood
    United States3 months ago
  • It’s the (hilariously chaotic) journey, not the destination

    I started listening to this pod a few months ago, and was at first unsure of the format. I was so invested in “the list” that I was fast forwarding the intros and discussions, and was often left disappointed when my favorites were snubbed. But the more I listened, the more I started to enjoy every hilarious retelling of childhood memory or prolonged back and forth about the virtues of Start Trek V. By the time I was screaming in my car about the ridiculously perfectly chaotic 80s fantasy draft, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrFumblesMcStupid
    United States6 months ago
  • Depends on the GM

    Maybe someday AI will let us excise a GM talking, like Jordan.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MilesToGo69
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners praise the in-depth film knowledge and the collaborative banter.

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STEVE JAMES (with Drea Clark & Ryan Marker, and Joy Novak)
Q: In the trivia, which film won the Best Editing Oscar in a year Hoop Dreams was nominated but not nominated for Best Documentary?
The answer discussed was a separate documentary that earned the editor multiple nominations and wins; the group debated possibilities and clarified the historical context.
FOURQUELS (with Brett Arnold & Jesse Hassenger)
Q: What is a Fourquel and why does it matter for a franchise's trajectory?
A Fourquel is a fourth installment that often has to reconcile legacy with renewal, balancing returning characters and new ideas to either conclude or redefine the series; the conversation explores how some films succeed at this (like Fury Road) while others stumble (like notably early entries) but remain influential.
RESTAURANT MOVIES (with Vince Mancini & Matt Lieb)
Q: Which film did Vince place at number one and why?
Delicatessen is chosen for its strong thematic link to food and dining, despite being a surreal, post-apocalyptic story that visually emphasizes a butcher/food aesthetic.
RESTAURANT MOVIES (with Vince Mancini & Matt Lieb)
Q: What counts as a restaurant movie for this list?
The consensus is that a film qualifies if it revolves around a restaurant, a chef, or a restaurant setting, with scenes inside a restaurant and interactions around dining being key factors.
1950 BEST PICTURE NOMINEES mini-SUPER DRAFT (Booster Club Sneak Peek!)
Q: In Sunset Boulevard, Buster Keaton plays a silent movie star; what is the one word he says in Sunset Boulevard?
The word is not revealed in the line provided; the hosts discuss the moment and celebrate Keaton's cameo.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Screen Drafts

What is Screen Drafts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts curate and moderate sprawling, serpentine drafts that assemble top film lists across eras and genres, pairing deep cinephile analysis with lively banter. Episodes frequently blend rigorous topic debates with personal anecdotes, guest expertise, and recurring game mechanics (vetoes, serpentine order, and boosters), producing a unique mix of scholarly critique and playful competition. Notable strengths include high-caliber guests from film criticism, writing, and acting spheres, plus a willingness to tackle niche subjects (e.g., specific directors, eras, or thematic threads) with detailed rationale. Listeners who enjoy long-form discussion, deep fandom, and collaborative ranking will likely find this format engaging and rewatchable,... more

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